Senior Project Manager - Transportation

Senior Project Manager – Transportation

Industry: Manufacturing / Industrial Supply Chain
Location: On-site or hybrid (Pittsburgh, PA area or select U.S. plant locations)
Employment Type: Full-time
Recruiting Partner: Northwest Talent Solutions (NWTS)
Client: Confidential

About the Opportunity

Northwest Talent Solutions (NWTS) is recruiting on behalf of a large, U.S.-based manufacturing organization seeking a Senior Project Manager – Transportation to join its Corporate Transportation Procurement function.

This role is responsible for program management of strategic transportation initiatives and hands-on leadership of high-visibility projects focused on cost optimization, service performance, compliance, and process improvement. The position interfaces with a broad stakeholder base across operations, supply chain, finance, logistics, and external partners.

This opportunity is well-suited for a motivated transportation or supply chain professional who enjoys leading complex initiatives, driving measurable business impact, and operating in a regulated, performance-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

Program Management

• Oversee multiple strategic transportation programs simultaneously, ensuring alignment with business objectives

• Develop program plans, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation strategies

• Track progress and performance, providing clear updates and insights to stakeholders

Project Management

• Lead transportation projects from initiation through execution and close-out

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks impacting project success

Strategic Planning & Optimization

• Partner with leadership to develop and execute transportation strategies

• Analyze logistics and transportation processes to identify efficiency and cost-saving opportunities

• Implement best practices and innovative solutions to improve service levels and transparency

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with internal teams including logistics planning, supply chain, finance, marketing, and operations

• Maintain productive relationships with carriers and external service providers

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Prepare and present reports on KPIs, performance metrics, and project outcomes

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of program and project activities

• Stay current on transportation and logistics trends and apply continuous improvement methodologies

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field

• Minimum 5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain roles

• Proven experience leading complex transportation or logistics projects

• Strong program and project management capabilities

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

• Ability to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future

• Ability to work in environments subject to export control regulations (EAR/ITAR)

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification

• Experience with Transportation Management Systems (TMS)

• Knowledge of SAP, BluJay TMS, or similar platforms

• Exposure to Lean / Six Sigma methodologies

• Strong financial acumen and comfort working with cost models and KPIs

Work Environment & Travel

• Role may be based at corporate headquarters or select manufacturing locations

• Occasional travel may be required

• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary (market-aligned; dependent on experience and location)

• Bonus eligibility

• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time off

Additional Information

• This search is confidential; client details will be shared later in the interview process

• Visa sponsorship is not available

• Equal Opportunity Employer; applicants are considered without regard to legally protected characteristics

How to Apply

Apply through Northwest Talent Solutions (NWTS). NWTS conducts a disciplined, compliance-aligned screening process and submits only fully qualified candidates.